Today we will consider what is the beginning. Different explanatory dictionaries give slightly different meanings. We will cover the basic definitions. Also, the inception is characteristic of epics. We will tell you when it will be appropriate.
Bylina
To understand what the conception is, let us turn to N. Yu. Rusov's “Terminological Dictionary”. This source defines the term that interests us as a stable formula with which folklore works begin. It should be separately considered what is the epic ritual. It's about its beginning. And in the epic, the refrain may precede the fragment of interest to us. Now let's talk about such a work as a fairy tale. She also often has such an introduction. It may be preceded by a saying. However, this phenomenon is not always found.
Formula
Now, to understand what the concept is, let us turn to the Literary Encyclopedia. According to this source, we are talking about the introduction to the epic with the help of some traditional formula. It is partly related to the narrative. This is the main difference between the beginning and the refrain or jokes. They do not have such a connection. The fragment of interest to us is intertwined with the narrative geographically, chronologically or otherwise. Example: “Once in the glorious city of Kiev.”
Folk art
Now we turn to the Dictionary of Literary Terms for help. According to this source, the conception is a stable verbal formula with which epics, fairy tales, and other works related to folklore begin. The following examples can serve as an example: “Once upon a time”, “In the thirtieth state”, “It was in Murom”. A similar definition is also given by the publication “Pedagogical Speech: Dictionary Reference”. A reason is the initial part of a certain text, which has a special communicative function (purpose). The specified part is determined by the author based on the idea, theme and goals of the work. Also important in this case are the interests and capabilities of the addressee. Now you know what a conception is.